We care about what matters
Quality early learning in Canberra and southeast Sydney, supporting children aged 6 weeks to 5 years through nurturing care, relationships and play-based learning.Purpose-built early learning centres
Locally run and community-minded
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Wonderschool Early Learning Centres
More Than Early Learning: A Safe, Nurturing Environment for Every Child.
At Wonderschool, we support children's growth and development through play-based learning, nurturing relationships and a strong sense of wonder, integrity, respect and empowerment. Our purpose-built centres create welcoming environments where children can explore, learn and thrive.
Wonder
We value Wonder as a state of being, engaging with the unknown, taking the time to explore the possibilities, allowing thought-provoking conversations and being captivated in the moment.
Integrity
We act with integrity whilst adopting an ethical lens approach.
Respect
We act in the best interest of all members of our community and the wider community.
Empowerment
We recognise individuals and support them to thrive and strive.
Explore Your Early Learning Options
Discover our early learning centres, explore childcare options and find the right start for your child.
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Find a centre
Explore our early learning centres across Canberra and southeast Sydney. Discover our locations in Monash, Taylor, Woden, Dickson, Conder and Throsby, as well as Chifley in New South Wales.
Wonderschool Monash
Wonderschool’s Early Learning Centre in Monash is a nurturing environment focused on creating connections for your child. Connections with family, little friends and educators but particularly the environment and community in and around the centre.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Taylor
Wonderschool Taylor is the ideal centre for families looking for early learning education in Canberra’s far north. With seven rooms, a multipurpose area, three outdoor play areas and open plan kitchen, our Taylor centre is a world to learn and explore.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Woden
Wonderschool Woden is a purpose-built Early Learning Centre right in the heart of the Woden Town Centre. At our Woden centre, children learn, grow and explore the world in this unique industrial-style space.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Dickson
Wonderschool Dickson is an Early Learning Centre that encourages diversity, respect and discovery during this important stage of children’s lives with high quality early childhood education and childcare services in Canberra’s inner north.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Conder
Wonderschool’s Early Learning Centre in Conder is a nurturing environment focused on creating connections for your child. Connections with family, little friends and educators but particularly the environment and community in and around the centre.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Throsby
Welcome to Wonderschool Throsby, where our vision is to create connected communities that empower children to change the world. Our Throsby centre has a range of spaces dedicated to the growth and development of children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Limited spots available
Wonderschool Chifley, NSW
Wonderschool Chifley is a 35-place centre located in the Sydney suburb of Chifley. Wonderschool Chifley provides children with a home-like environment rich in learning and growth opportunities.

Limited spots available

Nurturing early learning for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years
Why Families Choose Wonderschool
Wonderschool welcomes children aged 6 weeks to 5 years into nurturing early learning environments built around play-based education. Our purpose-built centres feature thoughtfully designed indoor spaces and outdoor areas where every child can explore, build relationships and develop at their own pace.
Take the Next Step in Your Child's Learning Journey
Book a tour to meet our educators and explore our learning spaces, or join the waitlist to take the next step in your child's early learning journey.
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Choose your location and submit your details to join the waitlist.
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Our programs
Where little minds come to life
Discover Wonderschool's age-specific early learning programs, where children explore, build relationships and develop at their own pace through nurturing care and play-based learning.
Ages 0 - 1
Infants
Our infant program recognises each child as an individual with their own needs, interests and pace of development. We focus on respectful relationships, attentive care and a nurturing environment where infants feel safe, build trust with their educators and have opportunities to explore and learn.
Ages 2 - 3
Toddlers
Our toddler program provides thoughtfully designed environments that support children's independence, interests and individual needs. Through play, close relationships and gentle emotional guidance, children build confidence, develop social skills and learn to understand their feelings.
Wonder Life blog
Tips, tricks, news and articles for our families
21 Oct, 2026
What children learn outdoors: nature play through a Canberra Spring
Spring in Canberra arrives all at once. One week the yard is frosted and quiet, the next there is blossom on the ground, worms in the garden bed and children who do not want to come inside. It is the best time of year to watch what outdoor play actually […]



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